Wales lock Rowlands to miss Six Nations after shoulder surgery
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWales lock Will Rowlands confirmed he will miss the Six Nations with a shoulder injury. The Dragons second row is set to return in April after undergoing surgery on the injury sustained...
Sale Sharks travel to Kingston Park for a Newcastle challenge
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySale Sharks will travel to Kingston Park for Friday evening’s clash with Newcastle Falcons. In Round 12, Sale enjoyed a bye while the Falcons were knocked over by London Irish on the latter’s...
Refereeing appointments confirmed for 2023 Six Nations
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe 2023 Guinness Six Nations have released the refereeing appointments for next year's clashes. Karl Dickson will be the man in the middle for the opening match while New Zealander James...
Newcastle Falcons team to face Sale Sharks
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGary Graham makes his first appearance of the season for Newcastle Falcons on Friday night when they host northern rivals Sale Sharks. The Gallagher Premiership clash is a 7.45pm kick-off at Kingston...
Match Officials Appointed For Guinness Six Nations & U20 Championships
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has confirmed the World Rugby Match Official appointments for the 2023 Guinness Six Nations, which runs from 4 February to 18 March. In total, fifteen match officials from eight...
Bernard Laporte steps back from FFR presidency until corruption appeal is heard
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBernard Laporte will step back from his role as president of the French Rugby Federation after his corruption conviction, but he could return to the top office. Former France coach Laporte...
Eddie Jones opens up regarding England axing
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRecently-former England boss Eddie Jones has opened up to French publication, Midi Olypique, regarding his axing. A poor Autumn Nations Series culminated in the RFU terminating Jones’ contract...
Yannick Bru: Sharks adapted to secure ‘imperative’ win
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbySharks needed to adapt to the conditions to secure victory on their maiden visit to France in the Heineken Champions Cup on Friday, according to breakdown coach Yannick Bru. The South African...
Sharks assistant coach praises team's efforts in tough French conditions
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Sharks will return to Durban with a spring in their step after managing to pull off a very valuable away victory in Bordeaux to go two from two in their first Champions Cup campaign. The final...
Pressure mounts on Laporte as FFR ethics committee demands president stands down
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBernard Laporte has been told he must stand down as president of the French Rugby Federation after his corruption conviction, reports said on Friday. Former France coach Laporte had signalled...
